Warrenton NC Spiral Staircase Photo 1941

This vintage photograph, attributed to Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures an architectural feature in Warrenton, North Carolina, specifically the spiral staircase within a historic residence. The home was constructed by Billie Williams and later became the residence of Mrs. Mary K. Williams, widow of Joseph John Williams III, who was Billie Williams nephew.

The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, which documents significant structures and their architectural details across the region. Notably, the interiors of this home were restored by Thomas T. Waterman, reflecting a commitment to preserving early Southern architecture. This photograph serves as a visual record of the craftsmanship and design that characterized homes in North Carolina during this period.

Published in Thomas Tileston Watermans book The Early Architecture of North Carolina in 1941, this photo provides insight into the architectural heritage of Warren County.

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